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Social Media Lead (E)
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21 August 2026 (5 days ago)
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18 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
RTÉ is Irelands national public-service media organisation. We are embarking upon an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run the organisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories news information and entertainment for Ireland reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the team
We are the Social Media Team managing video and audio channels including RTÉ One RTÉ2 RTÉ Player RTÉ Jr RTÉ Kids The Late Late Show RTÉ Radio 1 RTÉ 2FM Audio App channels. We create and deliver highly impactful social content across video and audio.
We are looking for an experienced Social Media Lead who will be responsible for the delivery of a cohesive and planned social strategy across channel and programme brands delivering audience engagement on social platforms.
Reporting to the Social Media Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your assigned channel (in this case the newly set up Audio App channels working across all audio output including Podcasts) where you will ideate shoot edit design and direct compelling pieces of short form social content growing the channels and driving consumption.
About the role
About you
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity please submit the below as one combined document:
This appointment will be made at the Multimedia Coordinator Grade and is being offered on a 3 year Fixed Term Contract basis. The salary scale for this grade is from 46140 to 60259 gross per annum.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 27th August 2026.
We anticipate holding interviews in early September.
Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religious belief and membership of the Traveler Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the team
We are the Social Media Team managing video and audio channels including RTÉ One RTÉ2 RTÉ Player RTÉ Jr RTÉ Kids The Late Late Show RTÉ Radio 1 RTÉ 2FM Audio App channels. We create and deliver highly impactful social content across video and audio.
We are looking for an experienced Social Media Lead who will be responsible for the delivery of a cohesive and planned social strategy across channel and programme brands delivering audience engagement on social platforms.
Reporting to the Social Media Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your assigned channel (in this case the newly set up Audio App channels working across all audio output including Podcasts) where you will ideate shoot edit design and direct compelling pieces of short form social content growing the channels and driving consumption.
About the role
- Working as part of a highly collaborative and creative social team across Audio and Video
- Originating and adapting third party content for use across TikTok Instagram Facebook YouTube and X
- Focus on growing the newly created Audio App channels across Platform to drive awareness of and consumption of high-quality audio content with a focus on our Podcasting slate
- Working towards best-in-class visualization of audio content
- Using analytics to create content calendars designed to engage the target audience
- Engaging with the audience using the appropriate channel tone of voice
- Monitoring trends and reacting to changes in social media to continue platform growth
About you
- Qualification in Social Media Communications Video Editing Production or similar
- Minimum 3 years experience working exclusively in a Social Media role
- Experience working in Radio or Audio environment preferred
- Excellent technical skills in shooting editing graphics - Adobe Suite preferred
- Deep level of understanding of each of the social platforms and social audiences
- Experience reporting on Social Media campaigns
- Flexible approach to working hours seeing programme activity through to live transmission
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity please submit the below as one combined document:
- your CV
- an introductory paragraph of no more than 500words outlining your interest and alignment to the role requirements.
This appointment will be made at the Multimedia Coordinator Grade and is being offered on a 3 year Fixed Term Contract basis. The salary scale for this grade is from 46140 to 60259 gross per annum.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 27th August 2026.
We anticipate holding interviews in early September.
Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religious belief and membership of the Traveler Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
About Company
RTÉ news brings you the latest Irish news, world news, international news and up to the minute reports on breaking Irish news stories and news from around the world. Watch and listen to Irish news stories on our video and audio streams.
